Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2005 Mazda 3 Diesel 1560cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 143,077 miles on the clock, averaging 11,605 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6L Y6 Diesel engine is known for turbocharger (oil supply failure).
MOT & Mileage History for EX05 VBP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 143,077 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 54 |
| Average per year | 11,605 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Mazda 3
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Turbocharger (oil supply failure)
Insufficient oil supply starves turbo bearings, leading to damage or seizure.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EX05 VBP |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | 3 |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1560cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EX — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About EX05 VBP
What car is EX05 VBP?
EX05 VBP is an black Mazda 3, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2005.
What is the mileage of EX05 VBP?
The last recorded mileage for EX05 VBP was 143,077 miles, recorded on 9 Mar 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EX05 VBP passed its MOT?
EX05 VBP has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 9 Mar 2016.
Is EX05 VBP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX05 VBP is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is EX05 VBP?
EX05 VBP is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.